Random Acts of Kindness

I wonder, is there really such a thing as "random acts of kindness"  at least for those of us who are followers of Christ?

We are CALLED to perform acts of kindness.....SO that means that they aren't random right?
Stay with me.....

IF we have Christ in us then we have His Spirit in us....

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith,  gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law.  Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, we must also follow the Spirit.

Galatians 5:22-25

and as God's we are to "wear" kindness, like putting on a comfy sweater.
 Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,  Colossians 3:12

The parable of the Good Samaritan is very clear about showing kindness.....not randomly, but when it is right in front of us.  click on the link to read the whole parable.

Luke 10:25-37

as does the Sheep and the Goats

Matthew25:31-46

But what about when it might not be needed......

as Christians even if kindness is not needed it is necessary!

Paul says in 2 Corinthians 6

We live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us, and no one will find fault with our ministry. In everything we do, we show that we are true ministers of God. We patiently endure troubles and hardships and calamities of every kind. We have been beaten, been put in prison, faced angry mobs, worked to exhaustion, endured sleepless nights, and gone without food. We prove ourselves by our purity, our understanding, our patience, our kindness, by the Holy Spirit within us, and by our sincere love. (NLT)

Paul also says in Philippians 1:20-22

I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me.

LIVE as CHRIST!  And Christ showed kindness where ever He was, to who ever He came in contact with.

So today, this week, show kindness where ever you are to every one you meet and remember you are doing what you have been called to as a child of God!  and I believe it is why we are are here!

Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men, knowing that you will receive the reward of an inheritance from the Lord. You serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 (HCSB)

Kindness and love to you until next time!